The Burglar
movie
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Released October 29, 1917
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Overview
William Lewis accidentally shoots a policeman while breaking into a house as a prank with his friends. His friend Sid falsely accuses him of the shooting, and Will escapes, eventually meeting and marrying Alice. Later, Sid blackmails Will into helping him rob a bank, leading to a chain of events that ultimately results in Will's imprisonment and eventual tragic death.
Cast

Carlyle Blackwell
as
William Lewis

Madge Evans
as
Editha

Evelyn Greeley
as
Alice Hamilton

Harry Lamont
as
Sid Burns

Frank Mayo
as
Paul Benton

Jack Drumier
as
John Hamilton
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Richard Clarke
as
William's Father
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Justine Cutting
as
William's Stepmother
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Rosina Henley
as
Fanny Hamilton
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Victor Kennard
as
Ned Hamilton
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Henry Drehle
as
Rural Policeman